How MTV Unplugged Proved “Grunge” was Great Songwriting

MTV’s Unplugged has an interesting history, deeply tied to the evolution of music television and the cultural shifts of the late 20th century. It started as a bold experiment to strip down the glitz of the MTV era and get back to raw, authentic performances—an Read More …

“Ashes & Empty Words” Song and Video Explained

Back in the early ‘90s I was writing a lot of solo music on my acoustic Yamaha 12 String which is featured in the Ashes & Empty Words video. It’s the type of instrument that inspires and serves as a conduit to the muses. David Read More …